Serving 871 students in grades 6-8, Bristol Tennessee Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 871 students
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Vance Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Bristol, TN, covering approximately 31.4 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 10 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bristol Tennessee Middle School's student population of 871 students has grown by 49% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
871 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
50 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bristol Tennessee Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bristol Tennessee Middle School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#558 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
16%
Black
3%
20%
White
85%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.5%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bristol Tennessee Middle School's ranking?
Bristol Tennessee Middle School is ranked #558 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Bristol Tennessee Middle School?
871 students attend Bristol Tennessee Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Bristol Tennessee Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Bristol Tennessee Middle School offer ?
Bristol Tennessee Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bristol Tennessee Middle School part of?
Bristol Tennessee Middle School is part of Bristol School District.
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